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CVE-2024-8918: The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Limited JavaScript File Upload in all versions up t

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Routine
HIGH 7.4REMOTEUPGRADE

CVE-2024-8918 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.4) affecting file manager. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Limited JavaScript File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.9. This is due to a lack of proper checks on allowed file types. This makes it possible for unauthenticated attackers, with permissions granted by an administrator, to upload .css and .js files, which could lead to Stored Cross-Site Scripting.

Why this priority

  • High severity
  • Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score7.4 (High)
Attack vectorNetwork (remote)
Attack complexityHigh
Privileges neededNone
User interactionNone
EPSS exploit chance0.3% (top 73%)
CISA exploited listNo
WeaknessCWE-434
Published2024-10-16
Last modified2026-06-17
Publisher (CNA): Wordfence · Vendor: filemanagerpro

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Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

filemanagerpro file manager UPGRADE
Affected: < 8.3.10
Fixed in: 8.3.10
Safe to downgrade to: no unaffected older release
1. Check installed version
apt-cache policy file-manager || rpm -q file-manager || file-manager --version
2. UPGRADE to 8.3.10 (Debian / Ubuntu)
sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade file-manager
2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)
sudo dnf upgrade file-manager
Note
Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.
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Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.

Quick answers

How do I fix CVE-2024-8918?

file manager: upgrade to 8.3.10. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2024-8918 being exploited?

CVE-2024-8918 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.

What does CVE-2024-8918 affect?

CVE-2024-8918 affects file manager. Severity is high (CVSS 7.4). The File Manager Pro plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Limited JavaScript File Upload in all versions up to, and including, 8.3.9. This is due to a lack of proper checks on allowed file types. This makes it possible for unauthenticated

How urgent is CVE-2024-8918?

Priority 38/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action

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